I am about a year into it, after years in the pb world. It is not unlike vehicles in that there are a lot of models, makers and variations. But it is really not as complicated as it sounds.
There are 2 basic branches of the airgun tree. PCP and other. Other is essentially made up of springer, compressed gas and Co2.
Then one can essentially look at purpose you have for it. If you are looking high level competition, like vehicles, get out the cash. If you are looking at plinking or hunting, etc. look at Pyramid Air site and see what they list in a category.
I wanted a pretty accurate non-pcp to use for target work to about 50-yards. I wanted to shoot pellets for the most part. I searched what non-pcp rifles were used in 25-yards to 50-yards type competition. I was able to narrow it down to 3-4 good options. After years with pb I knew I didn't want to "work my way up" or have to mod the heck out it. I went with one based on ease of repair and as close to "tuned" from the factory as possible. It turned out there were options that were not killer expensive, but it was a long way from inexpensive.
I made my choice. I have been happy with it. I suspect I would have been happy with most of the other options on my final list as well.
The thing to know with air guns, like rimfire, ammo is probably as important as the gun. Look at what you are willing to get there as well.
There are 2 basic branches of the airgun tree. PCP and other. Other is essentially made up of springer, compressed gas and Co2.
Then one can essentially look at purpose you have for it. If you are looking high level competition, like vehicles, get out the cash. If you are looking at plinking or hunting, etc. look at Pyramid Air site and see what they list in a category.
I wanted a pretty accurate non-pcp to use for target work to about 50-yards. I wanted to shoot pellets for the most part. I searched what non-pcp rifles were used in 25-yards to 50-yards type competition. I was able to narrow it down to 3-4 good options. After years with pb I knew I didn't want to "work my way up" or have to mod the heck out it. I went with one based on ease of repair and as close to "tuned" from the factory as possible. It turned out there were options that were not killer expensive, but it was a long way from inexpensive.
I made my choice. I have been happy with it. I suspect I would have been happy with most of the other options on my final list as well.
The thing to know with air guns, like rimfire, ammo is probably as important as the gun. Look at what you are willing to get there as well.
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